18: Okinawa - The Bloodiest Battle of the Pacific War

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18: Okinawa - The Bloodiest Battle of the Pacific War

Militia Historia

17 minutes 51 seconds

8 months ago

18: Okinawa - The Bloodiest Battle of the Pacific War

Episode Summary:

In April 1945, the United States launched its largest amphibious assault of the Pacific War: the invasion of Okinawa. What followed was 82 days of relentless combat, kamikaze attacks, and devastating civilian losses—one of the deadliest battles in World War II. But what made Okinawa so horrific? And how did this brutal struggle shape the final months of the war?

Join us as we break down the full story of the Battle of Okinawa, from the initial landings to the final desperate stand, and explore its lasting legacy in history.

🎙 In this episode, we cover:

Why Okinawa was strategically vital to both the U.S. and Japan
The eerie, unexpected silence of the initial landings
The brutal fighting at Kakazu Ridge, Sugar Loaf Hill, and the Shuri Lin
The staggering human cost—over 200,000 lives lost
How Okinawa influenced the decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki

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🎙 Next Episode Teaser: Join us next time as we explore another key moment in military history—the use of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki - stay tuned!

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Written By Benjamin Sturley

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